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Previously undiagnosed lymphoma presenting as recurrent dacryocystitis
S Kheterpal1, S Y Chan, A Batch
1Department of Ophthalmology, Birmingham & Midland Eye Hospital, England.
Archives of Ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
|April 1, 1994
Summary
Lacrimal sac lymphoma is rare, often linked to systemic disease. This case highlights an unusual presentation of low-grade B-cell non-Hodgkin
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Lymphoma of the lacrimal sac is an infrequent clinical finding.
- It typically presents in patients with diagnosed systemic lymphoma.
- Primary lacrimal sac lymphoma without systemic involvement is exceptionally rare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report an unusual case of lacrimal sac lymphoma.
- To describe the clinical presentation and histopathological findings.
- To discuss the rarity of this condition.
Main Methods:
- Case report of an 82-year-old female patient.
- Clinical examination revealing recurrent dacryocystitis and eyelid mass.
- Histopathological analysis including biopsy and fine-needle aspiration.
Main Results:
- Diagnosis of low-grade B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
- Tumor originated from the lacrimal fossa.
- Unusual presentation without prior systemic disease.
Conclusions:
- Low-grade B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma can present primarily in the lacrimal sac.
- This case underscores the importance of considering localized lymphoma in the differential diagnosis of lacrimal sac masses.
- Further investigation into histopathological features is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.